Pilates Private Sessions

​Stretch & strengthen your muscles simultaneously

What is Pilates?Pilates is a full body workout developed to strengthen the core, increase flexibility, decrease muscle imbalance and promote proper postural alignment. Joseph Pilates believed that the core, where all Pilates movement is initiated, must be strong before working other parts of the body. There are multiple pieces of equipment as well as a classical mat repertoire all designed to simultaneously stretch and strengthen muscles. At Mililani Physical Therapy, the reformer is used for it’s versatility and adaptability for a wide range of clients. Clients can expect a customized workout focusing on their individual movement and fitness goals. Patients recovering from injuries or illnesses greatly benefit from Pilates due to it’s ability to target specific muscle groups in a safe and controlled environment. Not only can Pilates be a great rehabilitation technique, it is a great cross-training tool for athletes of all ages!

Who is Joseph Pilates?Joseph Pilates, after whom Pilates was named, was born in Germany in 1880. He was a sickly child who was determined to make himself strong and healthy. He took up bodybuilding, gymnastics, martial arts and boxing. After the outbreak of World War I, Joseph Pilates was held in a British internment camp. During his internment, he attached springs to hospital beds to rehabilitate multiple bed-bound patients at a time. Alas, the first Pilates equipment was born.In 1923, Joseph Pilates opened his first Pilates studio in New York City with his wife, Clara, whom he met on the ship to the US. Pilates or “Contrology” as Joseph called it, was a hit among many professional dancers such as George Balanchine of the New York City Ballet and Martha Graham of the Martha Graham Center of Contemporary Dance as it was the best way to recover from injuries and prevent their recurrence.

Dress Attire:Please wear comfortable and fitted workout clothing to allow us to properly evaluate your form. Please avoid short or running shorts and pants or leggings with a zipper or pocket on the back, as you will be lying down on the reformer. For sanitary purposes, clean socks are required.Attendance:Sessions are schedule by appointment only, so please be on time. If you are unable to make your appointment for any reason, please kindly call our office and we will be happy to assist you in rescheduling your appointment. To secure an appointment for new clients, a Visa or Mastercard credit card will be required. For your first session: bring your picture ID and please arrive early to fill out a few general forms.Cancellation/No Show policy:Clients will be charged a $25.00 fee for “no shows” or “cancellations” (no less than 3 hours prior to their appointment) unless due to medical illness (accompanied by a doctor’s note), or family emergency.

​Introducing our Pilates Specialist, Christina Black:Born here in Hawaii, Christina has always embraced an active and artistic lifestyle. After graduating from Colorado State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering she decided to move to New York City to pursue dance professionally. Various injuries led her to discover her love of Pilates and in 2013 she earned her Comprehensive Pilates Certification from Balanced Body in New York City. She loves motivating and challenging her clients to reach higher levels of physical and mental well-being. She’s worked with athletes seeking a balanced workout, physical therapy patients recovering from various injuries, prenatal and postpartum women, individuals recovering from a Stroke, clients with Multiple Sclerosis, early-onset Alzheimer's, and Scoliosis. She is thrilled to bring her Pilates knowledge back to the islands and hopes to inspire her clients through movement, alignment, and breath.